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We specialise in training, safety and risk assessment, works inspections and project supervision relating to the operation of all types of Equipment, Vehicles and Plant Machinery.

Earthworks Training and Assessment Services commenced operations in 1997 Our senior trainers/assessors have well in excess of 30 years experience in Civil Construction. This is our area of expertise and our aim is to provide you with the best advice, inspiration, ideas and service that helps you to get the most from your workforce.

Photo of on-site training.If you need to work with a company that helps you develop safe and efficient practices .....from Supervisors to Plant operators to construction sites, it's time to find out more about our extensive services.

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Construction Industry Careers
Great Jobs, Terrific Lifestyle, Exciting prospects, Travel.
The Construction Industry offers young people from all backgrounds the opportunity to become skilled in a wide range of jobs.
There are jobs to suit everyone’s taste, with opportunities in both rural and urban areas. The Construction industry today is fast paced, modern and an exciting workplace. Cutting edge scientific and technological advancements have also led to successes on the international stage. The construction industry is responsible for roads and Infrastructure and provides profitable and challenging careers with a lifestyle second to none.
There are job opportunities for everyone in Construction – in the office or on the construction site, there is something for you!
Australia is currently facing a major skills shortage. The Construction industry needs young and enthusiastic people to play a vital role in building Australia’s wealth & future economy.

OUR SERVICES
We provide training and assessment services in a wide range of occupational areas associated with the construction industry including Traffic Management, Quick cut, Chainsaw, elevating work platform operation, workplace safety and operational supervision. There are scheduled courses at fixed times throughout the year or for larger group bookings we can arrange suitable times and customise the courses to your specific needs.

APPRENTICESHIPS/TRAINEESHIPS

ETAS is widely recognised for its expertise and experience in delivering Traineeships which satisfies employer requirements and prepares trainees for a successful career. Training programs are designed to maximise learning while minimising time spent off the job.

FLEXIBLE DELIVERY

Training and assessment are tailored to client requirements. Clients can select the competencies and elements of competencies which best meet their business or employment needs.

RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

Skills and knowledge gained through experience or other training can be rcognised towards a qualification. ETAS provides guidance and advice on the recognition of prior learning (RPL) process.

LIVE WORKS

ETAS can run “Live Works” sites where participants gain a hands-on practical learning experience such as Traffic Management.

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Provided by the client or hired on an “as required” basis.

STATE WIDE AND INTER-STATE

ETAS can provide training and assessment at worksites anywhere in Australia. We have substantial experience in training and assessment in regional and remote areas.

LEARNER SUPPORT

Training is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of clients many of whom have special needs.

JOB PLACEMENT

We can assist clients in finding employment and employers in identifying suitable employees.

ADVICE

With a wealth of experience in training and assessment, our staff can provide you with advice and assistance regarding training, licensing/certification, qualification, employment and general industry requirements.

QUALIFIED STAFF

All of our training and assessment staff meet the quality requirements of the Australian Quality Training Framework. Each has at least a Certificate lV in Assessment and Workplace Training and all are qualified and have recent practical industry experience in the areas in which they train. A continuing program of professional development ensures that staff skills, knowledge and practice are current and up to date.

MODERN FACILITIES

ETAS are a mobile training team using facilities on site or hired if necessary.

INDIGENOUS TRAINING

We are recognised for our success in delivering training in indigenous communities. We have experience and expertise in working with community organisations and designing training and delivering training which is appropriate and effective.

WHO WE ARE

ETAS is a Nationally Recognised Training Organisation established in WA by its Managing Director Brian Kakoschke to meet the training needs of the Construction Industry.

WHAT WE DO

Since commencing in 1997, ETAS has established itself as a provider of construction training throughout Australia.

We provide training and assessment services in:

- Traineeships
- Plant operation Training and Assessment
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Civil Construction Operations and Supervision

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED QUALITY STANDARDS

ETAS is a recognised Training Organisation (RTO) in accordance with the requirements of the AQTF.
We deliver training and assessment in nationally accredited qualifications recognised throughout Australia.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

ETAS recognises its responsibility to provide a safe training environment and also to deliver training which will provide participants with appropriate knowledge and skills in occupational health and safety.

EQUITY AND DIVERSITY

We make a point of delivering services in a manner that is equitable and fair to all our clients. We also specialise in training people from a diverse range of backgrounds who work or wish to work in the construction industry.

AT ETAS, WE VALUE OUR CLIENTS

Our business in founded on the principles of :
- Integrity
- Customer Focus
- Teamwork
- Open and honest communication

We are a vibrant company with a strong growth focus and the benefit of a solid history and experience in roads infrastructure. We are a privately owned company.

INCREASING THE NUMBER OF QUALIFIED WORKERS IN THE INDUSTRY

Skills assessment and gap training

Workers who don’t possess a qualification but have worked in the industry for a number of years can have their skills assessed through a recognition of prior learning process, commonly known as Skills Assessment

For workers who have been skills assessed and require further training to gain their qualification.

RTO’S contracted to deliver the skills assessment and gap trading service will ensure a training schedule is prepared for each existing worker outlining the training to be delivered and funding arrangements, and that the gap training is delivered wherever possible to complete the worker’s qualification (up to a maximum of 240 hours/6 competencies//worker/year.


Brian Kakoschke
Civil Operations Consultant


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ETAS supports the Dial Before You Dig service
in the protection of underground services and worksite safety.
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TRAINEESHIPS: (Civil Construction - BCC) (Civil Construction - RII)
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